Japan emissions-monitoring startup backed by SMBC, Murata and others

17 companies invest $27m in Asuene, with eye on decarbonization solutions

20240613N co2 reduction startup

Asuene uses artificial intelligence to help companies measure and visualize emissions down the supply chain. (Asuene)

RYOTA NISHIYAMA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. and Murata Manufacturing are among 17 Japanese companies investing 4.2 billion yen ($26.7 million) in a startup that helps businesses visualize and cut carbon dioxide emissions down their supply chains, amid growing investor pressure for greater transparency.

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